Community Kids Get in Free at Naumkeag's Winterlights The Trustees of Reservations site is decked out for the holidays, and kids get a peek for free Dec. 29-Jan 3. By Francesca Olsen •
Community A Winter Walk Through Catlin Woods Learn about the plants and animals that call the White Memorial Conservation Center's forest home, while getting some fresh air. By Francesca Olsen •
Community Bring Your Own Vinyl Night at Hot Plate Brewing Guests are invited to bring their own favorites and/or dig through record crates and request tracks on the spot. By Francesca Olsen •
Food The Top 7 Food Stories of 2025 RI Food coverage in 2025 was rich with stories of community, creativity, and culinary craft — from markets and pop-ups to standout brick-and-mortar restaurants. By Jamie Larson •
Arts Better Than Ezra Brings ’90s Alt-Rock to the Mahaiwe This Spring Better Than Ezra will play the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 27, adding a dose of ’90s alternative rock nostalgia to the theater’s growing 2026 lineup. By Jamie Larson •
Real Estate Dreamy Full-Service Mansion in Salisbury This is a storybook manor that feels like a piece of history. By Francesca Olsen •
Real Estate "Cedar Hill," an Old Chatham Contemporary All the luxury hallmarks of a newer build—indoor pool, open living space, windows and angles that take advantage of the views, a chef’s kitchen, and a heated pool and spa pavilion outside. By Francesca Olsen •
Real Estate Artist Compound in Canaan It has that original post and beam style, plus many flexible room spaces in addition to the bedrooms. By Francesca Olsen •
Real Estate Historic Tavern for Sale in Lanesborough The historic property that most recently housed Bondhu restaurant, 342/344 New Ashford Road in Lanesborough, is for sale. By Francesca Olsen •
Arts Line-up Announced for Wilco’s Solid Sound 2026 The North Adams festival returns June 26-28 with a stacked lineup—and a historic reunion with Billy Bragg to perform “Mermaid Avenue.” By Brian K. Mahoney •
Community Lakeville Books and Stationary Opens Second Location in Former Great Barrington Book Loft From a "retirement project" to two stores in one year, the book stores in Lakeville and Great Barrington have been a gift to local readers. By Jamie Larson • •
Community Olana Winter Solstice Celebration Celebrate the changing of the season with Hank the miniature donkey and other local friends. By Francesca Olsen •
